Rep. Greg Casar proposed tax on artificial intelligence as a way to support workforce - kens5.com

U.S. Rep. Greg Casar has proposed a tax on artificial intelligence technology, with the revenue directed toward supporting job creation and workforce development. The proposal was outlined in an op-ed published in June 2026, as reported by kens5.com.

The proposal is not yet a formal piece of legislation. In the op-ed, Casar suggests that taxing AI would help rebalance the tax code and generate funds to support workers displaced by automation. The specific rate or mechanism for the tax was not detailed in the report. Casar's office has not released a draft bill or announced plans to introduce one in the current session.

Casar's proposal adds to the growing list of policy ideas aimed at addressing the labor market effects of AI, though it remains in an early, non-binding stage.